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Brown County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

Municipal officials in Brown County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

By West Central Reporter | Mar 27, 2025

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State Rep. Davidsmeyer: Healthcare for illegal immigrants 'has cost the taxpayers of Illinois over $2 billion'

C.D. Davidsmeyer, a state representative for Illinois' 100th District, said that the actual costs of healthcare for illegal immigrants have "approached 300% more than the estimated costs."

By West Central Reporter | Mar 10, 2025

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State Rep. Davidsmeyer: If Pritzker would get to know downstate residents, he would stop ‘calling Republicans Nazis’

By West Central Michigan News Reports | Feb 25, 2025

Illinois State Rep. Christopher “C.D.” Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) said he is “extremely disappointed in the rhetoric and blatantly political overtones” of Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s (D) State of the State Address.

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Rep. Davidsmeyer on bill expelling students for sexual violence: ‘I am proud of the Peden family'

By West Central Reporter | Feb 11, 2025

State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer expressed his support for Senate Bill 98, which seeks to address sexual assault cases in schools and ensure that students responsible for such offenses face appropriate consequences.

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Rep. Randy Frese: 'A new law that goes into effect on January 1 requires companies to list an expected salary range in job postings

By West Central Reporter | Dec 13, 2024

State Representative Randy Frese shared information on a new wage transparency law in a December 4 Facebook post, stating, "A new law that goes into effect on January 1 requires companies to list an expected salary range in job postings."

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State Representative Randy Frese: 'The Illinois Farm Bureau has filed a lawsuit against the American Farm Bureau Federation'

By West Central Reporter | Nov 16, 2024

Representative Randy Frese recently addressed a legal dispute involving the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) and the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) in a Facebook post dated November 15.

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State Rep. Randy Frese: 'If you receive a check from the treasurer in the mail, it's not a scam'

By West Central Reporter | Oct 26, 2024

State Representative Randy Frese informed constituents about Illinois' unclaimed property program in an October 24 Facebook post.

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Senator Neil Anderson: 'Congratulations team!'

By West Central Reporter | Oct 25, 2024

Senator Neil Anderson highlighted the achievements of the Ridgewood Lady Spartans in a Facebook post dated October 18. He said, "Congratulations to the Ridgewood Lady Spartans Softball Team who made history this season on their first state championship title."

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State Representative Randy Frese: 'Agricultural tourism is booming, and Illinois farmers are in position to benefit'

By West Central Reporter | Oct 25, 2024

State Representative Randy Frese recently highlighted the growth of agricultural tourism in Illinois, stating, "Agricultural tourism is booming, and Illinois farmers are in position to benefit," in a Facebook post made in September.

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State Representative Randy Frese: 'If you are able, please consider donating blood to help those in need'

By West Central Reporter | Oct 12, 2024

State Representative Randy Frese has urged Illinois residents to donate blood, highlighting the efforts of the American Red Cross in response to Hurricane Milton. In an October 10 Facebook post, Frese said, "As rescue crews search Florida communities impacted by Hurricane Milton, the American Red Cross is continuing to collect blood donations."

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State Representative Randy Frese: 'Wishing all our farmers a safe and bountiful harvest season this year'

By West Central Reporter | Sep 10, 2024

State Representative Randy Frese shared information about the state's corn crop, stating, "According to the USDA, the Illinois corn crop is maturing ahead of pace." He made this announcement in a September 4 Facebook post.

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Sen. Neil Anderson: 'Applications are now being accepted for the OSLAD Program'

By West Central Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

Senator Neil Anderson shared information with his constituents and followers about the Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant program and its application availability. "The OSLAD Program is a state-financed grant program that provides funding assistance to local government agencies for the acquisition and/or development of land for public parks and open space," he stated in a June 10 Facebook post.

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Rep. Randy Frese: 'The United States Supreme Court has declined to hear a set of challenges to Illinois Democrats' firearms ban'

By West Central Reporter | Jul 6, 2024

State Representative Randy Frese stated, "The United States Supreme Court has declined to hear a set of challenges to Illinois Democrats' firearms ban for now." He made this statement in a July 2 Facebook post.

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Illinois State House District 100 candidate: 'Passed a bill out of committee to ensure that drivers are taught to recognize hazardous materials placards, making sure that they are extra careful around...

By West Central Reporter | May 21, 2024

Illinois State House District 100 candidate, C.D. Davidsmeyer, recently stated, "Passed a bill out of committee to ensure that drivers are taught to recognize hazardous materials placards, making sure that they are extra careful around these vehicles." Davidsmeyer, who is currently campaigning for re-election, expressed his gratitude towards Sen. Steve McClure "for his work bringing this forward in the Senate, following a terrible accident that occurred in Teutopolis."

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Southern Township of Pittsfield: Precinct Pittsfield 3

By West Central Reporter | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 538 voters in Southern Township of Pittsfield: Precinct Pittsfield 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central Township of Fairmount: Precinct Fairmount 1 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 81 voters in Central Township of Fairmount: Precinct Fairmount 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Eastern Township of Kinderhook: Precinct Kinderhook 1 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 135 voters in Eastern Township of Kinderhook: Precinct Kinderhook 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central S Township of Griggsville: Precinct Griggsville 2 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 243 voters in Central S Township of Griggsville: Precinct Griggsville 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central E Township of New Salem: Precinct New Salem 1 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By West Central Reporter | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 147 voters in Central E Township of New Salem: Precinct New Salem 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Flint: Precinct Flint 1

By West Central Reporter | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a West Central Reporter analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 32 voters in Central Township of Flint: Precinct Flint 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.